San Antonio TX Texas San Fernando Cathedral 1957 Linen Postcard Used

This postcard showcases the San Fernando Cathedral in San Antonio, Texas, with a linen finish. A collectible item from 1957, ideal for preservation or historical display.

• Linen textured vintage postcard
• Depicts San Fernando Cathedral
• Dated December 31, 1957
• Made in USA
• Vibrant vintage design

Minor discoloration on the edges; overall good for its age.
Measurements: 5.5 inches x 3.5 inches.
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The image is a vintage postcard of the San Fernando Cathedral in San Antonio, Texas. The cathedral is a significant historical landmark and is the oldest standing church in Texas.
Location: Downtown San Antonio, Texas, facing the city's Main Plaza.
Historical Significance: The original 1738 colonial church walls form the present-day sanctuary, making it one of the oldest continuously operated sanctuaries in North America.
Architectural Style: The current building, begun in 1868, incorporates the old church and was designed in a Gothic Revival style with twin towers and triple portals.
Cultural Importance: It serves as the mother church of the Archdiocese of San Antonio and its dome is considered the city's cultural and geographical center.

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